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The Real Deal
All members of our team have extensive experience in their area of expertise.
We tell people to be careful as there are many unqualified people who claim they are marketers but do not have any, or only have very little, experience.
Diverse and together
We believe in having a range of ages, disabilities and backgrounds on the team, as it mirrors society and the broad range of audiences we market to.
It gives us greater insight when we are putting marketing plans together.
KEY team members
Rebecca Harding
Founder and Principal Consultant
Rebecca Harding
- Strategic marketing
- Planning
- Messaging
- RFPs
- Copywriting
- Broadcasting – videos and podcasts
- Communication
- Business development
- Account management
What else should you know about her?
She is an author and has written three publications for Globe Law and Business. She did a chat show and the Sunday news reviews for the BBC, and has been quoted and published widely in trade journals, as well as national newspapers, such as the Sunday Times. She has retired as the global chair of the Society of Women Writers and Journalists and Vice Chairman of the Chartered Institute of Marketing UK. She speaks regularly at partner conferences and global professional service conferences on matters ranging from innovation to winning business. She also does training sessions. She is a professional member of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations UK. She is the founder of The Writer’s Marketing School.
Who else has she worked for?
She founded Saltwhistle in 2000 and has developed an impressive portfolio of clients within professional services. Clients have ranged from multi-national firms, such as accountants Deloitte, PWC and EY, to law firms like Stephenson Harwood, Norton Rose Fulbright and Weightmans, as well as international businesses such as J Walter Thompson (now Wunderman Thompson), Mediacom and Mindshare (all part of WPP). Prior to establishing Saltwhistle, Rebecca was Head of Communications at Andersens. She worked across Europe, the Middle East, India and Africa. Rebecca also worked in marketing within the oil industry, with corporations such as BNFL, BP, ESSO and Shell.
Paul Powell
Interviewer, Sound and Video Engineer
Paul Powell
Paul Powell is a comedy writer and creative director at Black Dog Television. His credits include “Miranda”, “Al Murray’s Happy Hour” and “Smack The Pony” as well as the best-selling “Top Gear: Alternative Highway Code” for BBC Books. He co-wrote four series of the panel show “Insert Name Here” for BBC Two and three series of the fantasy sitcom “Zapped” for UKTV/Dave.
John Rose
Technology Coordinator and Advisor
John Rose
John writes, interviews for and edits professional podcasts. Podcasts that sit across a pretty broad mix of subjects. Education, careers, health and wellbeing and faith communities.
He also produces online and corporate video. Shooting has taken him into Europe, to cover pharmaceutical conferences and across the UK for the documentary “You don’t know me from Adam”, the story of Jeannette Crizzle, who died from acute myeloid leukaemia and how her legacy helped to shape policy around organ donation.
This fascination with stories comes from John’s roots in radio presenting. Working on all sorts of formats up and down the country, he’s interviewed academics, politicians, actors, directors, musicians – from Paul Heaton and Paolo Nutini to the cast of Lord of The Rings.
John recently narrated the 3 part natural history strand “The Wonder of Marsupials” for Australian and French TV. He’s also produced social media content for the BBC and is currently developing a new podcast format for a national online publication.
He also produces online and corporate video. Shooting has taken him into Europe, to cover pharmaceutical conferences and across the UK for the documentary “You don’t know me from Adam”, the story of Jeannette Crizzle, who died from acute myeloid leukaemia and how her legacy helped to shape policy around organ donation.
This fascination with stories comes from John’s roots in radio presenting. Working on all sorts of formats up and down the country, he’s interviewed academics, politicians, actors, directors, musicians – from Paul Heaton and Paolo Nutini to the cast of Lord of The Rings.
John recently narrated the 3 part natural history strand “The Wonder of Marsupials” for Australian and French TV. He’s also produced social media content for the BBC and is currently developing a new podcast format for a national online publication.
Hamish Brown
Sound and Video Engineer
Hamish Brown
Hamish Brown works in music, audio, film, education and journalism. He has 25+ years’ experience helping people and organisations get the best results from their projects. Recent clients: BBC, NPR, NHS, The Times, Historic Environment Scotland, National Galleries of Scotland, NUJ, National Theatre of Scotland.
As a Tutor for the National Union of Journalists, he designs and delivers regular one-day training courses for journalists, including “Podcasting: Audio Recording and Editing for Journalists” and “An Introduction to WordPress.” He has worked with the NHS on the recording and post-production of a radio-style podcast profiling activities and reach of a volunteer-run service for recovering addicts in Paisley. Additionally, he contributed his expertise in music, sound, location recording and post-production to the Castle of Light, a unique event transforming Edinburgh Castle by night into a world of colour via 3D projection mapping that reached an audience of 100,000+ people.
As a Tutor for the National Union of Journalists, he designs and delivers regular one-day training courses for journalists, including “Podcasting: Audio Recording and Editing for Journalists” and “An Introduction to WordPress.” He has worked with the NHS on the recording and post-production of a radio-style podcast profiling activities and reach of a volunteer-run service for recovering addicts in Paisley. Additionally, he contributed his expertise in music, sound, location recording and post-production to the Castle of Light, a unique event transforming Edinburgh Castle by night into a world of colour via 3D projection mapping that reached an audience of 100,000+ people.
Samantha Trivino
Client Account Coordinator and Marketer
Samantha Trivino
Samantha is a highly proficient and influential International Communications, Marketing and BD Manager with over 26 years’ corporate experience and 18 years driving the successful delivery of Communications and Marketing strategies within the Financial sector, maximising business and brand growth.
She works directly with a portfolio of international partners delivering a range of marketing, communication, affiliate and digital services demonstrating a robust understanding of multi-platform marketing methodologies.
With extensive experience of delivering international campaigns and projects, she has exceptional communication and influencing skills. She works with multiple stakeholders to cohesively achieve mutual objectives and goals. She is an individual with the vision and innovation to provide strategic business solutions and the project management and leadership skills to make those solutions a reality.
She works directly with a portfolio of international partners delivering a range of marketing, communication, affiliate and digital services demonstrating a robust understanding of multi-platform marketing methodologies.
With extensive experience of delivering international campaigns and projects, she has exceptional communication and influencing skills. She works with multiple stakeholders to cohesively achieve mutual objectives and goals. She is an individual with the vision and innovation to provide strategic business solutions and the project management and leadership skills to make those solutions a reality.
Hamid Yeguie Cavaye
Marketing Assistant
Hamid Yeguie Cavaye
Hamid Yeguie Cavaye is a results-driven professional with a passion for communications. Having acquired a Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations at the American University in Dubai and currently studying a Master’s in Global Media and Communications at the University of Leicester, Hamid brings a solid academic foundation to his work.
As a Marketing Assistant at Saltwhistle, Hamid plays a pivotal role in supporting the company’s marketing and communications initiatives. He is actively involved in various aspects of marketing campaigns, from content creation to market research and analytics.
Outside of his professional endeavours, Hamid is an avid learner, constantly seeking opportunities to expand his knowledge and expertise in not only marketing and communications, but also history, philosophy, and politics. A creative mind, he enjoys music production and the arts during his leisure time.
As a Marketing Assistant at Saltwhistle, Hamid plays a pivotal role in supporting the company’s marketing and communications initiatives. He is actively involved in various aspects of marketing campaigns, from content creation to market research and analytics.
Outside of his professional endeavours, Hamid is an avid learner, constantly seeking opportunities to expand his knowledge and expertise in not only marketing and communications, but also history, philosophy, and politics. A creative mind, he enjoys music production and the arts during his leisure time.
Fleur Briscoe
Publicity and Marketing Assistant
Fleur Briscoe
A geographer with a specialty in hydrology and climate. Helps to manage the website content and invite guest writers to share their work and experiences with writing through articles, blogs and interviews for The Writer’s Marketing School.
Steph Osborn
Steph Osborn
Steph has a background originally in accountancy with KPMG LLP and is experienced in a variety of sectors, including the professional services, creative industries, not-for-profit and the education sectors.
She has worked in various management positions, as well as project management roles, and also sat on boards as a trustee.
Steph uses her varied business and communications background to support with research, content creation and business development.
Outside of the office, she’s busy with family life, dog walking, losing herself in a book, whilst also trying to play more tennis and socialise!
Outside of the office, she’s busy with family life, dog walking, losing herself in a book, whilst also trying to play more tennis and socialise!
Robert Black
Accountant
Robert Black
James Wetherall
Solicitor
James Wetherall
Jonathan Trotman
Photographer
Jonathan Trotman
Jonathan is a London-based creative portrait and event photographer who prides himself on diversity in imagery. His expertise stems from his extensive experience in business and culture. In addition to his photography, Jonathan has provided stellar exhibition-designs and account management for blue-chip brands across the globe and across all industries for over 25 years.
Rebecca Harding
Founder and Principal Consultant
Paul Powell
Advisor for Presentations and Speeches
John Rose
Interviewer, Sound and Video Engineer
Hamish Brown
Sound and Video Engineer
Jonathan Trotman
Photographer
Samantha Trivino
Client Account Coordinator and Marketer
Fleur Briscoe
Publicity and Marketing Assistant
James Wetherall
Solicitor
Hamid Yeguie Cavaye
Marketing Assistant
Advisory Board
Mike Denham
Former Directorships at Deutsche Bank, Prudential and Morgan Grenfell; Advisor to Saltwhistle
Mike Denham
Former Directorships at Deutsche Bank, Prudential and Morgan Grenfell; Advisor to Saltwhistle
Mike is a former Treasury economist who worked extensively on public spending and fiscal analysis during the 1970s and early 1980s. His work included cost benefit appraisal of public projects, analysis of public sector cost inflation and value for money studies. He then moved on to work in the City for many years as an investment manager, staying closely in touch with fiscal and monetary policy developments.
Mike studied PPE at Oxford University, and has a Masters in Economics from the LSE. He is married with two sons.
Mike is a former Treasury economist who worked extensively on public spending and fiscal analysis during the 1970s and early 1980s. His work included cost benefit appraisal of public projects, analysis of public sector cost inflation and value for money studies. He then moved on to work in the City for many years as an investment manager, staying closely in touch with fiscal and monetary policy developments.
Mike studied PPE at Oxford University, and has a Masters in Economics from the LSE. He is married with two sons.
Rob Purcell
Head of Global Automotive NSG Group and Advisor to Saltwhistle
Rob Purcell
Head of Global Automotive NSG Group and Advisor to Saltwhistle
Having graduated from Oxford University with a degree in Chemistry, Rob has spent his whole career with Pilkington, now part of NSG Group, in the Automotive glass business. He has had numerous roles, mainly in operations & supply chain in both Tier 1 OEM supply and aftermarket. He is now Head of the Global Automotive Strategic Business Unit which has a turnover of approximately 3Bn USD, 16,000 employees and extensive operations in Europe, Asia and both North & South America.
Having graduated from Oxford University with a degree in Chemistry, Rob has spent his whole career with Pilkington, now part of NSG Group, in the Automotive glass business. He has had numerous roles, mainly in operations & supply chain in both Tier 1 OEM supply and aftermarket. He is now Head of the Global Automotive Strategic Business Unit which has a turnover of approximately 3Bn USD, 16,000 employees and extensive operations in Europe, Asia and both North & South America.
Steve Bircher
Technology Coordinator and Advisor
Steve Bircher
Technology Coordinator and Advisor
Steve acquired his commercial acumen through both rapidly expanding and entrepreneurial environments and was successful in a number of senior positions within the Psion plc group (Electronics). He founded a renewable energy company which subsequently acquired a German utility wind-turbine business. After successfully negotiating and implementing licensing deals in the Far East to enable cashflow availability for game changing R&D, this was then successfully sold to a US Nasdaq corporation. With his corporate and startup experience he has been advising and mentoring a number of small businesses, using his breadth of functional skills to develop and implement pragmatic strategy and optimise resources to meet company goals. Steve is also Chief Operating Officer for Kulea.ma, a SaaS marketing automation platform with wide ranging responsibilities across the business spectrum. Personal interest include: Golf, squash, technology, constant learning
Steve acquired his commercial acumen through both rapidly expanding and entrepreneurial environments and was successful in a number of senior positions within the Psion plc group (Electronics). He founded a renewable energy company which subsequently acquired a German utility wind-turbine business. After successfully negotiating and implementing licensing deals in the Far East to enable cashflow availability for game changing R&D, this was then successfully sold to a US Nasdaq corporation. With his corporate and startup experience he has been advising and mentoring a number of small businesses, using his breadth of functional skills to develop and implement pragmatic strategy and optimise resources to meet company goals. Steve is also Chief Operating Officer for Kulea.ma, a SaaS marketing automation platform with wide ranging responsibilities across the business spectrum. Personal interest include: Golf, squash, technology, constant learning
Working for Saltwhistle
If you heard that we want the best, then you heard right. The team all think and behave the same way and that is why it works. We will only take people who fit in with our culture :
They have an excellent work ethic and work hard in the time they are working for us .
They take ownership of, and pride in, their work.
They feel responsibility to the rest of the team and chip in to support team mates.
They don’t expect to be carried by others.
They are honest and straightforward.
They show up, and are present and engaged.
They are adaptable and give help where it is needed.
They challenge the status quo and come up with ideas.
They don’t blame others. They support each other.
If you believe you would fit in then please send a covering letter, stating your preferred work areas, together with your career details to hello@saltwhistle.global